European growth keys improvement in first six months.
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More shops within customer facilities helps distributor increase engagement.
The group reports strong growth in Southern Europe and in Germany.
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Profit increased 16.7 percent year-over-year to $189.4 million.
Vending allows company to grow, despite weak economy.
Acquisition expands company's presence in Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio.
Sales growth in Europe, despite weak demand in Switzerland.
Acquisition expands companys presence in the Southeast and Central Mexico.
Acquisition expands Sherex's portfolio of engineered solutions.
Acquisition helps company expand fasteners presence in Canada.
Sales to manufacturing customers improve 1.5 percent.
Daniel C. Snow named executive vice president and chief supply chain officer.
